Procedure For University-Sponsored Work Authorization

Each year, the University sponsors more than 2500 nonimmigrant students and scholars who come to the U.S. to study, research, and teach. When the University hires foreign nationals either temporarily or permanently, it is subject to federal laws and regulations of the Departments of State, Labor and Justice (i.e., the Department of Homeland Security's United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS)). Therefore, it is important for supervisors to be aware of applicable guidelines and federal laws. For more information on applicable laws, classifications, and eligibility for these programs, please refer to the General Counsel's Sponsored Work Authorization section.